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Let's get ready to rumble!πŸ₯ŠThe world's worst kept secret has been confirmed with Katie Taylor, one of Ireland's greatest sporting athletes, fighting a historic final bout in Croke Park, the first fight in Croker since the greatest of all time Muhammad Ali had an 11th round technical knockout victory against Al "Blue" Lewis in 1972.

Now we just need to get tickets!
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RIP Fergus Slattery, a ferocious force of nature on the rugby pitch, and a model gentleman off it. Few players played in as many iconic teams, and fewer still made as big an impression in them - whether for Ireland (peaking with the famous 1982 Triple Crown Championship winning side), the Lions (especially the 1974 invincibles tour), the Barbarians (in particular the famous 1973 test against the ABs) as well as his beloved Blackrock College and the Irish Wolfhounds (as pictured here).

A consummate professional in the amateur era, he was hugely respected and admired, and his legend will remain for generations to come.
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RIP Fergus Slattery,

Just a quick note to say THANK YOU to everyone who participated and attended Kit Con Γ‰ire 2026 in Cork last weekend! We were delighted to bring a dedicated Cork-themed display and had great chats and sorted some people out with some terrific shirts! Hope to be back next year 😊 ... See MoreSee Less

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JERSEY HUNTERS & MEMORABILIA COLLECTORS, THIS IS YOUR WEEKEND!

The Irish Sports Museum is hitting the road this weekend with two massive sale events. If you’re looking to unearth a grail vintage kit we’ve got you covered.

Here is where you can find us:

SATURDAY 6th JUNE | Kildare Pop-Up
Get ready to rummage through hundreds of classic kits and premium authentic retro sportswear across gaa, soccer, rugby, motor sport and world sports.

Everything from adults to kids sizes, with a mix of player worn, signed and authentic vintage retail jerseys.

What: Classic Kits & Sportswear Pop-Up Shop
When: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Where: The Duke Venue, Duke St, Athy, Co. Kildare (R14 VK06)

SUNDAY 7th JUNE | Dublin Fair
The ultimate haven for football purists. A focus on adult soccer shirts (andnd kids shirts from various sports) for us, and programmes, badges, ticket stubs, and other rare memorabilia await from other vendors too.

What: Irish Football Programme Club Programme & Football Memorabilia Fair
When: 10:00am – 1:30pm (Set your alarms, the best stuff goes early!)
Where: St Andrews Resource Centre, Pearse Street, Dublin (D02 PR44)

Tag a mate who needs to clear their weekend plans.

#IrishSportsMuseum #VintageKits #RetroFootballShirts #ClassicKits #FootballMemorabilia #IrishFootball #KildareEvents #DublinEvents #Athy #PearseStreet #FootballProgramme #LOI #VintageSportswear
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Congratulations to Everton's Braiden Graham who has been called up to the Northern Ireland senior squad for the first time - if he plays he will join Alec McCartney (1905 home nations championship games v england and scotland) and Joe Kendrick (1927 v Italy B, the FAI's first international match after the olympics, in which he also played) in earning a senior irish cap having not yet made a first team appearance at Everton Football Club!

Braiden has been on the radar a long time since impressively debuting for linfield's first team at the tender age of 15 - still a few months older than Evan Ferguson, who holds the record for the youngest first team appearance for an Irish club (debuting for Bohs at the age of 14 years and 338 days in 2019).
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It's 8 years since Leinster Rugby last added a star to the jersey, and it's a case of déja vu back in Bilbao today as the Irish rugby giants face off against the French rugby aristocrats (and reigning European champions) Union Bordeaux Bègles.

Sadly it didn't work out for Ulster last night but hopefully the big one will be coming back to Dublin this evening and the French fans will have to remain content comforting themleves with a few bottles of their world famous vin rouge πŸ˜€πŸ·
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@followers 17 years at one club & some tremendous performances for FAIreland (with hopefully a few more to come). The Everton Football Club motto in latin means "only the best is good enough" - they don't always live up to it but Seamus Coleman was & is the very personification of it πŸ’™πŸ€πŸ’š ... See MoreSee Less

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Irish Sports Museum at Kit Con Γ‰ire Cork 2026

Catch the Irish Sports Museum debut at Kit Con Γ‰ire in Marina Market Cork this May. Shop vintage jerseys & view the historic Munster display!!

πŸ”₯ Cork Debut!

The Irish Sports Museum is landing at Marina Market for Kit Con Γ‰ire 2026!

Shop

Thousands of Jerseys: Match-worn classics, retro gems, and rare vintage finds.

The Cork/Munster Collection:

A specially curated historic display celebrating Cork & Munster's greatest sporting triumphs.

Don't miss the ultimate celebration of Irish sports heritage and legends.

Grab your tickets the convention on Eventbrite now! πŸ†

www.eventbrite.com/e/kit-con-eire-cork-3031-may-2026-tickets-1986970122123
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This fascinating photo of the Ennis Dalcassians hurlers from Chicago and accompanying match report comes from the September 13, 1909 edition of the Chicago Daily Tribune newspaper.

The match report however reads like Kent Brockman reporting in the St Patrick's Day episode of the Simpsons 🀣☘
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Calling all sports fans and kit collectors! βš½οΈπŸπŸ‰

Start marking your calendars now.

The Irish Sports Museum is bringing some massive events your way this May and June.

We'll have an incredible historic memoranilia display at Kit Con Γ‰ire in Cork along with 1000s of shirts for sale, our "Classic Kits" pop-up in Athy at The Duke and the annual Irish Football Programme Club Programme and Memorabilia Fair in Dublin - something for every vintage enthusiast, player and hipster alike.

We’ll be sharing more details, including full event timings, right here very soon. Keep a close eye on our socials so you don’t miss out! πŸ‘•βœ¨

Which event are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments! πŸ‘‡
#IrishSportsMuseum #KitConEire #ClassicKits #FootballMemorabilia #VintageFootballShirts #CorkCity #DublinEvents #Athy
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Sadly no footage in the Netflix Ronaldinho GaΓΊcho documentary of his historic first appearance on Irish soil, as shortly after his transfer to FC Barcelona he played in a high profile friendly against Derry City Football Club at the Brandywell.

Many of the derry players wore their normal league shirts (with eircom league sleeve patches) in the first half then switched to their special embroidered shirts in the second half so they could swap after and still keep one shirt from the match.

The late, great John Hume (himself a local Candystripe supporter) was instrumental in organising the visit of what was arguably the highest profile club with the highest profile player, under the auspices of a Peace Friendly.
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Watching the Netflix Ronaldinho Gaúcho documentary with a pair of his #ElClassico FC Barcelona match worn boots beside me here for inspiration - very tempted to try and squeeze my feet in for 7 a side next week 🀣 #Ronaldinho #almostasgoodaspaulmcgrath ... See MoreSee Less

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Superb to see all the well deserved respect and public admiration for one of the greatest Irish olympians of all time, Ronnie Delany, who passed away yesterday after a great career and life.

What better way to salute him than watching the last stretch of the 1500m Olympic Final in Australia when he kicked away to take home to Gold?

Tremendously commentated upon by Brendan O'Reilly, a brilliant Irish athlete who should have competed in Melbourne in 1956 (having qualified for the high jump but the IoC couldn't finance his participation), a personal friend, and the face and voice of Sports Stadium on RTE, who also is sadly no longer with us but is remembered with great fondness.
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Thanks to all our customers and well-wishers who dropped into the shop last week, it was a blast.

We're closed now again for a few months and everything is packed away in storage so keep following the page for details of our future upcoming display and sale events!
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Fair play to ciaran and stephanie travelling from dundalk first thing this morning to pick up a great pair of his and hers shirts πŸ™‚

We're open until 6pm tonight and 6pm tomorrow then closed!
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Fair play to ciaran

More star power today in the shop as local hero, legend and friend Colm Phillips dropped in for a natter reminiscing about great times in the league of Ireland, fai cup and europe, mainly about Bray Wanderers F.C. but also his other league clubs Athlone Town AFC and Shamrock Rovers F.C.

We didn't have a matchworn bray shirt handy so we went for an athlone one πŸ˜€

We're open until 8pm tonight and until 6pm on saturday and Sunday before we're gone again so get in soon!
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Star power in the shop this week as Leinster Rugby and IrishRugby hooker Gus McCarthy and former Antrim GAA hurling all star player and manager Jingo McKernan popped in to check out our top of the range retro shirts.

Gus giving Shane Byrne a real run for his money in swarthy looks in the 1999/2000 jersey, although the Mullet still probably shades it with the Pantene Pro V-worthy flowing locks....

We're open til Sunday folks so get into dun laoghaire asap and get yourself your own piece of nostalgia! πŸ™‚
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Great news for anyone looking for their 6 Nations / World Cup / League of Ireland / GAA Championships etc shirt fix - we are BACK in Dun Laoghaire from Monday 23rd February to Sunday 1st of March!

Much like the history of voting in Ireland, we recommend getting in early and often!

Spring Classic Kits & Sportswear Pop-Up Shop in Dun Laoghaire

Monday February 23rd – Sunday March 1st 2026

THE BIG ONE IS BACK!

Ireland’s favorite Vintage Jersey Pop-Up returns to Dun Laoghaire this February for one week only!

Forget waiting weeks for shipping or guessing your size online. Come down, try on the greats, and walk away with 100% authentic terrace wear. No fakes, no reprintsβ€”just pure vintage gold.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

The Icons: Rare & Classic Soccer, Rugby, GAA, and Motorsport.
The Deep Cuts: Cricket, Aussie Rules, Ice Hockey, and American Sports.
The Extras: Retro scarves, streetwear, and rare accessories.
The Steal: A specially-curated Spring Clearance Sale Rail to clear the decks!

WHERE & WHEN

Location: Unit 213B, Dun Laoghaire Shopping Centre (Right opposite PTSB).
Dates: Monday, February 23rd – Sunday, March 1st.
Sizes: From Kids to Adults (All sizes catered for!).

Whether you’re gearing up for the 6 Nations or hunting for a World Cup classic, this is your only chance to grab these grails offline.

Support local. Shop sustainable. Wear history.
#VintageJerseys #DunLaoghaire #IrelandRugby #ClassicFootballShirts #RetroSportswear #ShopLocalIreland #DublinVintage #GAA #6Nations #SustainableFashion #RetroStyle #IrishSneakerhead #DublinShopping #SpringSale
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Before the flight home, before the press conferences, and before the most infamous exit in Irish sports history... there was this.

Roy Keane’s match-prepared shirt for Ireland vs. Cameroon at World Cup 2002. A haunting "what if" for every Irish football fan.

With the Saipan movie out now, it’s time to relive the drama. Would things have been different if Keano had walked out of the tunnel in this green jersey? 🏟️

Tag a mate who still talks about Saipan like it was yesterday. πŸ—£οΈ

#RoyKeane #Saipan #Ireland #WorldCup #ClassicFootballShirts #VintageFootball #COYBIG #SaipanTheMovie #mickmccarthy #matchwornjersey
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Last Saturday's superb performance by Munster rugby in PΓ‘irc UΓ­ Chaoimh against Gloucester was almost a throwback to the famous "miracle match" 23 years ago, when the standard-bearing province at the time in Europe pulled off what was believed as impossible, toppling the then-Premiership leaders by 27 points in a tremendous 4-try performance at Thomond Park.

Many fans and all the players have tremendous memories of that game.

Pictured are Marcus Horan's Munster and Olivier Azam's Gloucester jerseys from the game.
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League of ireland royalty in the shop yesterday - we could have picked almost any shirt off randonly off the LoI rail (or a man united shirt!) and Anto would have played for them πŸ™‚ but we settled on a nice Shels match worn for the pic.

Pity it looks like the photo was taken with a potato! πŸ˜…

The shop is open late tonight til 8pm so if you haven't been able to get in yet, now's your chance!
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After 5 hours of intensive prep this evening, the shop in Dun Laoghaire is ready to open in the morning 😁 *one week only* , a great array of sports and shirts for all ages! Please spread the word and see you there πŸ‘ ... See MoreSee Less

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Opening hours now confirmed for next week. Exciting times, see you there! πŸ™‚ (y) ... See MoreSee Less

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STOP SCROLLING NOW! You just discovered the ULTIMATE treasure trove for unique gifts and stocking fillers this Christmas!

Ireland's most sought-after Vintage Jersey Pop-Up is BACK in Dun Laoghaire in time for Christmas for ONE WEEK ONLY!

WHY YOUR FEED NEEDS THIS:

ICONIC FINDS: Rare & Classic Jerseys (Rugby, Soccer, GAA, Motorsport, Cricket, Aussie Rules, Ice Hockey and more!) + Retro Scarves & Stocking Fillers.

SIZES: Kids to adults all sizes. Original shirts only, no chinese fakes πŸ™‚

Skip the online sizing and postage risks and find your fit.

Support a local pop-up! Walk away with your gearβ€”ZERO SHIPPING WAIT!

LAST CHANCE 2025! We are strictly offline. Don't miss the final opportunity this year!

WHERE: Unit 213B, Dun Laoghaire Shopping Centre (Opposite PTSB)
WHEN: Mon 8th - Sun 14th Dec. SAVE THIS DATE! ⏰

TAG someone who needs a truly epic, sustainable gift! πŸ‘‡

#VintageJerseys #RetroSportswear #DunLaoghaire #PopUpShop #SustainableFashion #ShopLocalIreland #ChristmasGifts2025 #PreLovedStyle #ClassicFootball #GAA #MustVisit
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We are GO in the st Andrew's resoure centre on Pearse street until 1.30pm πŸ™‚ ... See MoreSee Less

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Reminder of our rails and stall at the FAI cup final fair this sunday from 10am to 1.30pm.1 Euro entry towards the Irish Football Programme Club.
Whatever gear you buy from us we accept cash and card! πŸ™‚We're delighted to be holding a soccer-focused football shirts stall at the Irish Football Programme Club Irish Programme and Memorabilia Fair at St Andrew's Resource Centre, Pearse Street, Dublin city centre on FAI Cup Final day, Sunday 9th of November, from 10am to 1.30pm.

Get in early to have the best selection! Not just for Shamrock Rovers F.C. or Cork City FC fans, we cater for 1000s of clubs and international teams at home and abroad!

A huge array of jerseys, tracksuits, scarves, gear bags etc will be for sale on the day for all shapes and sizes spanning 30+ years, including a lot of player issue and match worn gear. Get in early to have the best pick of what's available on the day.

Sure what else would you be doing? πŸ˜„
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Reminder of our rail

We're delighted to be holding a soccer-focused football shirts stall at the Irish Football Programme Club Irish Programme and Memorabilia Fair at St Andrew's Resource Centre, Pearse Street, Dublin city centre on FAI Cup Final day, Sunday 9th of November, from 10am to 1.30pm.

Get in early to have the best selection! Not just for Shamrock Rovers F.C. or Cork City FC fans, we cater for 1000s of clubs and international teams at home and abroad!

A huge array of jerseys, tracksuits, scarves, gear bags etc will be for sale on the day for all shapes and sizes spanning 30+ years, including a lot of player issue and match worn gear. Get in early to have the best pick of what's available on the day.

Sure what else would you be doing? πŸ˜„
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